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Analysis: Idaho picks a fledgling firm to ship $50 million of grants to parents

A $1.5 million contract went to a New York-based vendor who was not the state’s low bidder, and has never run a similar project in any other state, according to public records obtained by Idaho Education News.

State names 2023 Teacher of the Year

State leaders surprised a North Idaho elementary teacher with the award and a $1,000 check at her school Thursday.

Firefighter dads make a special visit to their kids’ school

The kids got to spray fire hoses, try on heavy backpacks, learn about chainsaws, pulaskis, and rhinos, and see firefighters — their dads — dressed in protective gear.

Campus news items: C of I, NNU report enrollment decreases

In other news, a sprawling University of Idaho dairy research lab in the Magic Valley is $23 million closer to reality.

Elevate students run their own businesses, and the community reaps the benefits

“I’m so involved in my community and I’m involved in my school,” said one student. “This is a great experience for me.”

White House calls Idaho abortion laws ‘extreme and backwards’ in response to university memo

Press secretary says situation speaks to unacceptable consequences of abortion bans.

University of Idaho releases memo warning employees that promoting abortion is against state law

Guidance is meant to help employees navigate ‘challenging law,’ university says.

New Idaho Falls CTE center connects kids to careers

The East Idaho districts cut the ribbon for a new career-technical center Monday, then showcased its array of new and improved program offerings with student-led tours afterward.